Research leads to improved calcium supplement derived from crustacean shells

Friday, February 18, 2011 - 10:01 in Physics & Chemistry

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) researchers have developed a unique technology that stabilizes an otherwise unstable form of calcium carbonate. This mineral form provides significantly higher biological absorption and retention rates than other sources presently used as dietary calcium supplements.

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